A Security Research Journey - How the Mobile Industry Met Hackers in the Middle

Embark on a fascinating journey through mobile hacking history from an industry insider's perspective in this 49-minute conference talk presented at 44CON 2023. Explore the unique collaborative relationship between the mobile industry and the hacking community, focusing on protecting consumers. Discover the world's first cross-industry Coordinated Vulnerability Disclosure (CVD) scheme, its impact, and the technical details of various hacks addressed by the industry. Learn about SS7 signalling attacks, rogue base stations, femtocell hacks, LTE network breaches, and device hacking techniques. Gain insights into the industry's approach to addressing vulnerabilities, lessons learned, and future challenges in mobile security. Presented by David Rogers, Chair of the GSMA's Fraud and Security Group and mobile security expert, this talk offers a rare glimpse into the mobile industry's ongoing efforts to enhance security and collaborate with researchers.